Over Christmas vacation my husband recieved a doumbek so that he can learn to play the drum and go with me on gigs. The doumbek is a goblet shaped drum and is known by many names; depending on the region. In Egypt it can be know as the: Darabukka, Derabucca, and Darbouka. In Lebanon and Syria […]

Being a professional solo dancer,other then dancing with my students on a occasion I do not get a chance to dance with other professional dancers. Recently, I became part of a professional belly dance group, “The Mystic Jewels.” The experiance was wonderful and I not only learned alot about myself, but I learned alot more […]

This week I am coming to an end on one chapter of my dance life and embarking on a new one all in the same week!! This brings mixed emotions to not only myself but my students. The new chapter is filled with excitement and adventure along with so many more opportunity’s. As we finish […]

I cannot tell each of you how excited I am to start in my new home teaching classes!!! I finally met Billy Joe and his wife and even got a sneak peek at Ballroom Dancing!! Starting September 1, 2012 all of Najla’s Belly Dance classes will be held at Dance Magic which is located at 2530 […]

I did not realize how extensive this list could be and how long it would take me!! Recently, I had one of my student ask for a recommendation of what CD she should by and after working on the list for several weeks…it has been a daunting task to say the least. I have shortened […]

About Najla

If you live in or around the Chillicothe, OH Area, and want to learn Middle-Eastern (belly) Dance, learn new ideas, bond with other women of many different cultures and backgrounds, and even get some exercise, then look no further! You have found your passion! Turn to Najla’s Dance to fulfill this passion.